Can I keep breastfeeding and do sleep training at the same time? Nursing is definitely compatible with sleep training. Breastfeeding is one of the best things you can do for your baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for the first year of life, but any amount of time you [...]
My baby has a feeding tube. What can I do to help her sleep? Babies with special feeding situations such as g-tubes or g-j tubes should be able to sleep just fine, though there are a few things to consider. First, talk with your child’s health care provider about any concerns you may have. They [...]
Can cereal help a baby sleep longer? Many people wonder whether giving a baby cereal will help him to sleep longer overnight. Unfortunately, giving a baby cereal will not help him sleep longer. It is true that babies sleep best when they are not hungry – so nursing or feeding a young baby formula [...]
What is a good bedtime for my infant? There is no single bedtime that is good for every baby and every family. Working in time to settle down and engage in pleasant activities before lights out is also important. Finally, be sure you make time for your bedtime routine, working it into your schedule [...]
He has an ear infection. How do I help him sleep? Ear infections are quite common in infants. Make sure that the problem has been properly diagnosed by your health care provider. If he is given an antibiotic, it may take a few days to help him feel better. In the meantime, you can do things like [...]
He has eczema. How do I help him stop scratching? Eczema causes severely dry skin that can be very itchy. Babies with eczema can sometimes scratch a lot at night causing them to wake frequently during the night. First, be sure to talk to your pediatrician about the appropriate treatment for eczema. [...]
How do I help my baby with eczema sleep better? Moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! If your baby has eczema, a form of very dry skin that causes itching, she may be waking several times during the night because she is uncomfortable and her skin is itchy. Be sure to check with your pediatrician [...]
How do I help her sleep when she is teething? Teething can cause pain, which can also cause problems sleeping. When teething, your little one may need some additional comfort from a caregiver during the night. Remember that we no longer use topical teething agents that numb gums since they can [...]
How can I prevent bottle tooth decay? “Caries” is simply a fancy word for “cavities.” And, baby bottle tooth decay refers to damage to tooth enamel from milk mixed with enzymes in the baby’s mouth. This can happen from both bottle feeding and nursing. You can prevent this by making sure [...]
My baby cries when he lies flat. What should I do? When your little one cries and/or sometimes arches his back when he lies flat to sleep, it may be a sign that he has reflux. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD), or reflux, is when stomach acid comes up into the baby’s throat. This condition [...]